Title: The Retreat - Front Beach Bach Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Retreat - Front Beach Bach Cottage in Ferry Landing with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Retreat - Front Beach Bach ![Interior - The Retreat - Front Beach Bach (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907801/b29e073c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi - The Retreat - Front Beach Bach (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907801/1a3821e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Retreat - Front Beach Bach (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907801/d3b33482.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - The Retreat - Front Beach Bach (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907801/c93c0675.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - The Retreat - Front Beach Bach (Cooks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907801/876e92f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies The Retreat is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom haven nestled in one of the Coromandel's idyllic bays. This charming bach boasts an open plan kitchen and living area with views to the native bush surrounds. Enjoy unobstructed views of many islands that dot the bay from bedrooms and living areas. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Retreat - Front Beach Bach The Retreat is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom Front Beach Bach. Nestled in one of the Coromandel's most idyllic bays, this two-story bach is just a minutes walk from the gorgeous beach! This Front Beach bach includes an open plan kitchen and living area with views to the native bush surrounds. From the 2 master bedrooms and the living area you have an unobstructed view of many islands that dot the bay! Bedrooms 1 and 2 at this Front Beach accommodation are fitted with a queen bed each, bedroom 3 is fitted with 2 single beds, and bedroom 4 is fitted with 2 single beds plus a single bunk set. All the basics are on hand for a peaceful and fuss free Coromandel getaway... For a casual and carefree stay, The Retreat awaits! Boat mooring is available for boats up to 11 metres on request only. 2 Adult life jackets available.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Golf - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45040000/45037500/45037421/3c35a709.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Home Base - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as The Retreat Front Beach Bach 599362 The Retreat - Front Beach Bach Ferry Landing The Retreat - Front Beach Bach Private vacation home ## About the area Located in Ferry Landing, this cottage is near the beach. Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds and Purangi Estate-The Purangi Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Cathedral Cove and Purangi Regional Reserve. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby. [Visit our Ferry Landing travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ferry-Landing.dx3000445395) [View more Cottages in Ferry Landing](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ferry-Landing-Cottages.d3000445395-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-36.831432,175.71368&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:jww_Foano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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lyGKAIuDMkhjO18L5hwh0NkMb8s=) Cooks Beach, Coromandel ### What's nearby - ![If you walk along the Buffalo Beach (near to the corner by the wharf) after the tide has gone out, you will be treated to seeing hundreds of little starfish. We wandered down the almost deserted beach as the sun set over the hills, finding whole shells and the little stars - it was magical.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10451/233f9d96-fa77-4b67-b4fa-3d2d110c52ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Buffalo Beach 5 min drive \- 0.7 miles - Maramaratotara Bay 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Flaxmill Bay Camp Grounds 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Flaxmill Bay Beach 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Mercury Bay Museum 9 min drive \- 0.9 miles ### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) 38 min drive ### Restaurants - The Church Restaurant and Accomodation 11 min drive - The Pour House 12 min drive - Hahei Beach Cafe 12 min drive - Eggcentric Cafe 5 min walk - The Hive 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Retreat - Front Beach Bach pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Retreat - Front Beach Bach? ### What time is check-in at The Retreat - Front Beach Bach? ### What time is check-out at The Retreat - Front Beach Bach? ### Where is The Retreat - Front Beach Bach located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Retreat - Front Beach Bach Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce D. 2 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot on the coromandel peninsula.. Fishing, vineyards, shopping , clean beaches.. Perfect Well appointed and plenty of space for our family of 7 adults 3 kids ##### Bruce D. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Lynda L. 20 Feb 2019 #### Great location and views Great location and views. ##### Lynda L. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 22 Sept 2017 #### Excellent location with great views over Flaxmill Bay. Excellent location with great views over Flaxmill Bay. Comfortable accommodation. We would enjoy using the home again. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 13 Feb 2017 #### Great location and the Bach easily accommodated for two families (8 of us). Great location and the Bach easily accommodated for two families (8 of us). Lots to do in the area and this location puts you right in the middle of it all! One of the best values for your dollar of any Bach you'll find! This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 27 Feb 2016 #### Beautiful location, close to ferry but away from everything Beautiful location, close to ferry but away from everything This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay 13 Feb 2016 #### Awesome location. Awesome location. 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